Scholastic
Study Jams! Fractions
What can quesadillas teach your class about fractions? More than you might think. AJ and Zoe from the StudyJams! crew use this Mexican cuisine to explain how fractions are just equal parts of a whole, defining the key terms numerator and...
Math Antics
Mixed Numbers
Is it proper to write an improper fraction as a mixed number? The resource first provides the definition of a mixed number. Pupils then learn the procedures to perform conversions between mixed numbers and proper fractions.
Math Antics
Adding and Subtracting Fractions
Why can't mathematicians add just like they multiply fractions? The resource provides a counterexample to show that the same rules for multiplying fractions do not work for addition. Using the counterexample, learners see the proper way...
Math Antics
Working with Parts
Get a clearer picture of working with fractions. While continuing to work with fractions as parts, the video shows how to use drawing to compare and add fractions. Worksheets then provide opportunities for pupils to practice comparing,...
Krista King Math
Multiplication and Division of Mixed Numbers
Teach the process of multiplying and dividing mixed numbers with a video lesson. The tutorial shows how to multiply and divide these fractions by first converting to improper fractions. After working through two multiplication...
Krista King Math
Addition and Subtraction of Mixed Numbers
Demonstrate the process of adding and subtracting mixed numbers using a video tutorial. A video instructor explains the steps of combining mixed numbers as she works through several examples. The examples add and/or subtract up to four...
Krista King Math
Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions
Build a strong understanding of the two forms of fractions. The video tutorial defines mixed numbers and improper fractions. After writing a mixed number and improper fraction to represent the same situation, the instructor shows the...
Khan Academy
Subtracting Fractions with Like Denominators
Elementary school students can observe Sal as he subtracts fractions that have a common denominator. Because this concept is fairly straight forward, he focuses on simplifying his answer. A great video for those needing extra support in...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Adding Fractions With Common Denominators
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This video shows a basic addition problem of fractions with common denominators.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Equivalent Fractions and Different Wholes
Demonstrates how two equivalent fractions only represent the same quantity if they refer to the same size whole. [6:06]
Virtual Nerd
Virtual Nerd: How Do You Add Mixed Fractions With the Same Denominator?
Demonstrates how to add two mixed numbers, where the fractions have the same denominator, by adding the whole numbers and then the fractions. [5:23]
Virtual Nerd
Virtual Nerd: How Do You Subtract Mixed Fractions With the Same Denominator?
Demonstrates how to subtract two mixed numbers, where the fractions have the same denominator, by subtracting the whole numbers and then the fractions. [5:20]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Finding Common Denominators
Explains how to find the least common denominator for the fractions 2/8 and 5/6. [4:42]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Multiplying Whole Numbers and Fractions
Uses drawings to demonstrate the concept of multiplying a fraction by a whole number. [4:06]
Math Playground
Math Playground: Adding Fractions With Different Denominators
This video illustrates how to add fractions that have different denominators.
Math Playground
Math Playground: Dividing Fractions Do You Always Have to Invert and Multiply?
This video illustrates how to divide fractions. The instructor emphasizes that you do not always have to invert and multiply when dividing fractions.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Multiplying and Dividing Fractions: Dividing Fractions
This video provides a clear explanation and plenty of examples of dividing fractions.
Math Mammoth
Math Mammoth: Adding Unlike Fractions
In a gradual release of responsibility fashion, this video teaches students first how to add unlike fractions using a visual model where the common denominator is stated, then how to add them in the same way without a visual model, then...
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Subtract Fractions With Like Denominators, Less Than 1 Whole
In this lesson, you will learn how to subtract fractions with like denominators starting from less than 1 whole. [5:02]
Math Mammoth
Math Mammoth: Adding and Subtracting Like Fractions
This lesson models how to add and subtract fractions with like denominators, beginning with visual models and advancing to problems with abstract numbers and missing addends. [6:28]
Math Antics
Math Antics: Common Denominator Bottom Number
Gain a basic understanding of how to add or subtract fractions through this easy to understand video tutorial. Additional resources are available as part of a paid subscription service. [4:21]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Multiplying and Dividing Fractions: Dividing Fractions Example
This video explains how to divide two fractions and write the answer as a mixed number.
Loyola University Chicago
Math Flix: Subtracting Fractions From One
This QuickTime movie provides an opportunity to see how to subtract a fraction from one. As you watch and listen to the teacher and students interact it helps clarify this concept.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Modeling Fraction Multiplication Using Arrays
This video (2:53) illustrates a word problem involving the multiplication of fractions using an array to model the solution visually. The problem involves puffins, arctic birds that live in colonies and fish to feed their young. The...